@article{ref1,
title="Prevalence and correlates of cell phone use among Texas drivers",
journal="Preventive medicine reports",
year="2015",
author="Wilkinson, Michelle L. and Brown, Austin L. and Moussa, Iman and Day, R. Sue",
volume="2",
number="",
pages="149-151",
abstract="INTRODUCTION: Cell phone use while driving restricts peripheral awareness and impairs reaction time. This study assessed the 3-year prevalence of cell phone use (CPU) of drivers and characteristics associated with its use in six cities across Texas, 2011-2013. <br><br>METHODS: CPU and driver characteristics were observed among motor vehicles (n = 1280) stopped at major intersections in medical and academic campuses. A multivariable logistic regression model described the association between driver characteristics and CPU. <br><br>RESULTS: The overall prevalence of any CPU was 18.7%. Any type of CPU and talking tended to decline, while texting seemed to increase from 2011 to 2013. CPU was more likely among female drivers (OR = 1.63; 95% CI = 1.21, 2.20), drivers < 25 years of age (OR = 4.12; 95% CI = 2.29, 7.39), and drivers without passengers (OR = 4.40; 95% CI = 2.82, 6.88). <br><br>CONCLUSION: Despite its dangers, CPU remains popular among Texas drivers. CPU and texting bans should target public health campaigns towards female and younger drivers.  Keywords: Driver distraction <p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="2211-3355",
doi="10.1016/j.pmedr.2015.02.010",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.pmedr.2015.02.010"
}